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Cardinals' Steve Wilks relieved to get first win, ready to get back to work

Arizona Cardinals defensive back Bene' Benwikere (23) intercepts a pass in front of San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Victor Bolden Jr. (17) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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Arizona Cardinals defensive back Bene' Benwikere (23) intercepts a pass in front of San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Victor Bolden Jr. (17) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals linebacker Josh Bynes (57) scores a touchdown on a returned fumble in front of San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Victor Bolden Jr. (17) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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Arizona Cardinals linebacker Josh Bynes (57) scores a touchdown on a returned fumble in front of San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Victor Bolden Jr. (17) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson (21) returns a fumble against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson (21) returns a fumble against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (11) and quarterback Josh Rosen (3) walk off the field after an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (11) and quarterback Josh Rosen (3) walk off the field after an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers quarterback C.J. Beathard (3) drops back against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback C.J. Beathard (3) drops back against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) runs out of bounds in front of Arizona Cardinals free safety Antoine Bethea (41) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) runs out of bounds in front of Arizona Cardinals free safety Antoine Bethea (41) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) runs in front of Arizona Cardinals linebacker Haason Reddick (43) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) runs in front of Arizona Cardinals linebacker Haason Reddick (43) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) runs against Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker, bottom, during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) runs against Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker, bottom, during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson, left, runs in front of San Francisco 49ers linebacker Reuben Foster (56) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Ben Margot, AP

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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson, left, runs in front of San Francisco 49ers linebacker Reuben Foster (56) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals linebacker Ezekiel Turner (47) is helped off the field by head coach Steve Wilks, right, and trainers during the second half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Ben Margot, AP

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Arizona Cardinals linebacker Ezekiel Turner (47) is helped off the field by head coach Steve Wilks, right, and trainers during the second half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) celebrates after scoring a touchdown with quarterback Josh Rosen (3) during the second half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Ben Margot, AP

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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) celebrates after scoring a touchdown with quarterback Josh Rosen (3) during the second half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk, bottom, is tackled by Arizona Cardinals defensive back Bene' Benwikere during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Ben Margot, AP

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San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk, bottom, is tackled by Arizona Cardinals defensive back Bene' Benwikere during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals linebacker Josh Bynes, bottom center, celebrates with teammates after returning a fumble by San Francisco 49ers quarterback C.J. Beathard (3) for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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Arizona Cardinals linebacker Josh Bynes, bottom center, celebrates with teammates after returning a fumble by San Francisco 49ers quarterback C.J. Beathard (3) for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Trent Taylor (81) is congratulated by wide receiver Pierre Garcon (15) and quarterback C.J. Beathard (3) after scoring against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Trent Taylor (81) is congratulated by wide receiver Pierre Garcon (15) and quarterback C.J. Beathard (3) after scoring against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers defensive back Richard Sherman (25) talks with field judge James Coleman during the second half of an NFL football game between the 49ers and the Arizona Cardinals in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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San Francisco 49ers defensive back Richard Sherman (25) talks with field judge James Coleman during the second half of an NFL football game between the 49ers and the Arizona Cardinals in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Ben Margot, AP

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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Ben Margot, AP

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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers kicker Robbie Gould (9) kicks a field goal attempt, which he missed, during the second half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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San Francisco 49ers kicker Robbie Gould (9) kicks a field goal attempt, which he missed, during the second half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Oct 7, 2018; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Kyle Juszczyk (44) reacts after picking up a first down against the Arizona Cardinals in the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

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Oct 7, 2018; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Kyle Juszczyk (44) reacts after picking up a first down against the Arizona Cardinals in the second quarter at Levi's Stadium.
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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) runs for a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) runs for a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) scores a touchdown against San Francisco 49ers defensive back Adrian Colbert (27) during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) scores a touchdown against San Francisco 49ers defensive back Adrian Colbert (27) during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida (22) is tackled by Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker (36) during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida (22) is tackled by Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker (36) during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida (22) runs against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida (22) runs against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) runs against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Ben Margot, AP

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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) runs against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers running back Alfred Morris, left, runs against Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker (36) during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Ben Margot, AP

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San Francisco 49ers running back Alfred Morris, left, runs against Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker (36) during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Kendrick Bourne (84) runs against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Kendrick Bourne (84) runs against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) catches a pass against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) catches a pass against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Ben Margot, AP

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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) runs against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Ben Margot, AP

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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) runs against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) runs against San Francisco 49ers linebacker Malcolm Smith (51) during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Ben Margot, AP

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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) runs against San Francisco 49ers linebacker Malcolm Smith (51) during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida (22) runs toward the end zone to score on a touchdown reception against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida (22) runs toward the end zone to score on a touchdown reception against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) looks to pass against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) looks to pass against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Fans watch from a general view of Levi's Stadium as a plane flies during the national anthem before an NFL football game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Arizona Cardinals in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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Fans watch from a general view of Levi's Stadium as a plane flies during the national anthem before an NFL football game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Arizona Cardinals in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida (22) runs toward the end zone to score on a touchdown reception against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida (22) runs toward the end zone to score on a touchdown reception against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) runs against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) runs against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Tony Avelar, AP

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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Oct 7, 2018; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Arizona Cardinals defensive back Rudy Ford (30) poses for a photo with teammates before the start of the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

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Oct 7, 2018; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Arizona Cardinals defensive back Rudy Ford (30) poses for a photo with teammates before the start of the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium.
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Oct 7, 2018; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) prepares to take the field before the start of the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

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Oct 7, 2018; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) prepares to take the field before the start of the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium.
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Oct 7, 2018; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) prepares to take the field before the start of the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Cary Edmondson, Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

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Oct 7, 2018; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh Rosen (3) prepares to take the field before the start of the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium.
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Arizona Cardinals head coach Steve Wilks watches as players warm up before an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Ben Margot, AP

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Arizona Cardinals head coach Steve Wilks watches as players warm up before an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals head coach Steve Wilks watches as players warm up before an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Ben Margot, AP

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Arizona Cardinals head coach Steve Wilks watches as players warm up before an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers quarterback C.J. Beathard (3) passes against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Jeff Chiu, AP

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback C.J. Beathard (3) passes against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida, left, runs against Arizona Cardinals free safety Antoine Bethea during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Jeff Chiu, AP

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San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida, left, runs against Arizona Cardinals free safety Antoine Bethea during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida (22) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. Ben Margot, AP

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San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida (22) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
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Arizona Cardinals defensive back Bene' Benwikere (23) intercepts a pass in front of San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Victor Bolden Jr. (17) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.

Cardinals coach Steve Wilks can see that there were a lot of ugly stats from Sunday's game, but for the first time in his Monday press conference, he was able to talk about a win.

"I thought we did some good things well. There's a lot of things we need to correct in all three phases," Wilks said. "But it's good to correct those things coming off a win."

Where do the corrections start? Wilks is looking across the board. David Johnson had just 55 yards, as the offensive line struggled to open things up for the running back.

"It is disappointing that we can’t be able to move the ball and create some momentum up front at times," Wilks said. "I’ve seen us do it, but we’ve got to be able to do it consistently. ... It goes across the board. It could be one guy here or there, so everybody’s taken their turn. We’ve just got to make sure we clean it up."

Rookie quarterback Josh Rosen had some overthrows, and his receivers had some drops. The offense looked explosive early, but after a 75-yard, rookie-to-rookie touchdown pass from Rosen to Christian Kirk, the team gained just 145 yards.

His defense also was on the field for 92 snaps and allowed 447 yards.

There's a lot to fix, and Wilks is well aware. But that's not because he's listening to outside analysis.

"To be quite honest, I try keep the outside noise outside, and focus on the guys here in the building," Wilks said. "I felt good for everybody. The coaches and the players have been working so hard trying to get this one win."

Congrats in order

Wilks said after the game that he would be handing out a few more game balls once he rewatched the film. The recipients weren't surprising: Chandler Jones, Josh Bynes, David Johnson, Christian Kirk and Andy Lee all received game balls after a productive day at work.

Wilks kept a game ball himself, a memento from his first win as an NFL head coach. With some time still left on the clock, but the win seeming inevitable at that point, players began embracing and congratulating Wilks on the sideline Sunday.

"The guys were happy for me, but, again, I'm happy for them. We're all in this together," Wilks said.

It wasn't just his players on the sidelines; Wilks heard from others throughout the week, including his former boss, Panthers head coach Ron Rivera.

"Definitely (received) phone calls throughout the league. Coach Rivera called me on the plane, which I really appreciated that," Wilks said. "It was just different guys reaching out, and they were very happy for me, which I appreciate that."

Cardinals sign wide receiver

The last few weeks have weighed on Kendall Wright. Without a team, the wide receiver was doing two-a-days at Life Time Fitness and working out with free agent Landry Jones. The change of schedule was tough for an athlete ready to return to the field.

"You don't go from doing this every day to working out at Lifetime," Wright said in the Cardinals locker room on Monday.

"It was hard, even just watching football on Sundays. If I wasn't watching some of my friends, I didn't really care about watching. I was just doing what I can to get back out here."

Wright will get that chance. On Monday, the Cardinals announced that they signed wide Wright to a one-year contract. To make room on the roster, they released cornerback Deatrick Nichols.

In six years, Wright has played in 82 games. He has 339 receptions for 3,858 yards, averaging 11.4 yards per catch, and 19 touchdowns.

"I'm really hungry, just ready to go out there and play football," Wright said. "Whatever they need me to do, I'm ready and I'm up for it."

Wright first worked out for the Cardinals earlier this season. The Baylor product was drafted by the Titans in the first round of the 2012 draft. He spent five seasons in Tennessee, a season in Chicago, and had most recently been signed by the Vikings, before he was cut on Sept. 1.

The Cardinals face the Vikings this Sunday. Wright says he's tenacious against any opponent — "If I play, I try to kill 'em" — but that facing a former team doesn't really factor into that drive to win.

"I don't really care about that type of stuff anymore," he said. "It doesn't mean that much. It will be a good game. But I can help the guys out with (defensive backs) and stuff. I spent the whole training camp with them."

Injury updates

Defensive end Markus Golden, defensive tackle Robert Nkemdiche, right tackle Andre Smith and wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald are all day to day this week.

Wilks says he expects Golden and Nkemdiche "should be ready to go this week."

Smith has been hampered by an elbow injury, but Wilks said he's also now looking at a hamstring. Smith played 67 percent of snaps in Sunday's win.

Fitzgerald, who has also been nursing a hamstring, was targeted just three times on Sunday, catching two for 35 yards. He was on the field for the vast majority of offensive plays, but Kirk, Chad Williams and Ricky Seals-Jones were all targeted more often than the veteran.

"We’re just going to continue to do what we have to do to try to get him ready for the game each week," Wilks said.